as in excellent
of the very best kind
credited the win to the pitcher's sterling performance on the mound
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Recent Examples of sterling
The point was not to relive the exhilaration of a sterling 31-11 run.
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Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 15 May 2025
Speaking of cognac diamonds, Anthony also sports a rose gold and sterling silver ring with them as well.
—Jackie Fields, People.com, 14 May 2025
This heirloom-worthy sterling silver pair is simple, understated, and elegant for dressing up a suit or doing the most at the office.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 13 May 2025
In addition to O’Brien, Johns Hopkins got sterling performances from its starting attack of Angello, Ashley Mackin, Campbell Case and Taylor Hoss.
—Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 10 May 2025
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Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 15 May 2025
Speaking of cognac diamonds, Anthony also sports a rose gold and sterling silver ring with them as well.
—Jackie Fields, People.com, 14 May 2025
This heirloom-worthy sterling silver pair is simple, understated, and elegant for dressing up a suit or doing the most at the office.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 13 May 2025
In addition to O’Brien, Johns Hopkins got sterling performances from its starting attack of Angello, Ashley Mackin, Campbell Case and Taylor Hoss.
—Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 10 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sterling
Adjective
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Give your wooden nickel to the mixologist, take your pick between La Babia, an excellent margarita, or Three Emmas, grab a book off the shelf, and take a seat.—
Mae Hamilton,
Travel + Leisure,
24 May 2025
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The enchanting espionage comedy flaunts an excellent Benicio del Toro as a 1950s industrialist, who, after surviving an attempt on his life, names his estranged daughter Liesl (Mia Threapleton) as heir to his empire.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
24 May 2025
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The high-quality tri-ply cladding (two layers of stainless steel with an aluminum core) does a superb job spreading heat evenly across the surface of the pan, delivering consistent and even cooking results.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
19 May 2025
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With superb cinematography from Jermaine Edwards, the visual look here is almost poetic at times.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
18 May 2025
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Hailey Washington, a senior majoring in marketing at Drexel University in Philadelphia, isn't bullish about her job prospects despite stellar undergraduate performance and indispensable industry experience from an internship at a luxury fashion brand.—
Alex Backus,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 May 2025
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As the heat of summer sets in, many plants take a break from flowering, but these stellar selections continue to bloom all season long.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
22 May 2025
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Even with challenging oppositions, Siakam has been terrific throughout the playoffs.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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The second half of the film is simpler and stronger, with a terrific supporting performance by ASAP Rocky as a rapper named Yung Felon.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2025
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The scoring sequence followed a lovely Bobrovsky save on a shorthanded odd-man rush — the Cats firing on all cylinders.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
23 May 2025
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Why the lovely Mehri falls for such a loser — Hamid is one of the least charming grooms in recent memory — can only by explained by the lack of options available to her.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
23 May 2025
Adjective
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Your wonderful dog may or may not hanker to break routine and go on holiday.—
John Oseid,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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My daughter came to live with us for nine wonderful years.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
27 May 2025
Adjective
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Even in Paris, this would make a great evening bag and match practically any outfit.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2025
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Lima Beans 126 mg per cooked cup, or 30% DV In addition to providing magnesium, beans and lentils like lima beans are a great source of fiber and the B vitamin folate.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
20 May 2025
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That's why the new savings account for children included in the One, Big, Beautiful Bill , with a one-time deposit of $1,000 from the federal government, is truly beautiful to the investment community.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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The way silver foliage reflects light is not only beautiful but also reduces evaporation and water loss, making the plants more drought-tolerant.—
Mike Irvine,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 May 2025
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“Sterling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sterling. Accessed 31 May. 2025.
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